Halloumi Saganaki

5 Ingredient - Tips

Halloumi is pan-fried in olive oil and finished with fresh lemon juice and dried oregano for a tangy, salty, and savory meze. Serve with crusty bread for mopping up the pan juices.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 15 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Halloumi Saganaki

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 (8.8 ounce) package halloumi cheese

cut into 8 slices

1 large lemon

juiced

or more to taste

2 pinches dried oregano

Thai Coconut Pork Curry

Tips

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet big enough to fit all halloumi slices.

Step 2

Once oil is hot but not smoking add halloumi. Cook until well browned on the bottom about 4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until browned about 3 minutes. Pour lemon juice over browned halloumi and let reduce slightly.

Step 3

Remove from heat and sprinkle with oregano. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information

Halloumi Saganaki

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 262.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 13.6g 27%

Carbohydrates: 4.9g 2%

Dietary Fiber: 1.5g 6%

Fat: 22.5g 35%

Saturated Fat: 10.3g 52%

Cholesterol: 46.8mg 16%

Vitamin A Iu: 42.9IU 1%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.1mg 1%

Vitamin C: 21.8mg 36%

Folate: 3.3mcg 1%

Calcium: 25mg 3%

Iron: 0.4mg 2%

Magnesium: 4.7mg 2%

Potassium: 48.9mg 1%

Sodium: 687mg 28%

Calories From Fat: 202.3

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.